1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
